Yupik Thompson Raisins

Yupik Thompson Raisins are a popular dried fruit snack specifically marketed for the Canadian and North American markets. The grapes used to create these raisins are typically grown in California, USA, which is the global hub for Thompson seedless grape production named after William Thompson, the viticulturist who popularized the variety in the 19th century.

While the raw agricultural ingredients are sourced from the United States, the brand itself is a homegrown Canadian success story. Yupik is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, where it operates extensive processing and packaging facilities. Many of their products are finished and packed in Canada, allowing the brand to maintain a strong presence in major retailers like Costco and Whole Foods across the country.

Technically, the brand is owned by Yupik Foods Ltd., a family-run business that originated from a small boutique in Montreal's Marché Central. Over the decades, it has evolved into a major supplier of bulk and packaged natural foods, remaining under the private ownership and management of the founding family through their operations in Quebec.